Hot Board Games Coming in 2025: Witcher, Cyberpunk, & More!
2025 is shaping up to be a banner year for board game enthusiasts, promising a diverse array of captivating experiences. From licensed adventures to original puzzlers and competitive showdowns, there's something for everyone. Adaptations of popular video games like The Witcher, Cyberpunk 2077, and The Last of Us are also on the horizon.
Fans can also look forward to sequels to beloved games such as Wingspan/Wyrmspan and Flamecraft, alongside a host of innovative original concepts. The sheer variety of upcoming titles might make choosing your next adventure a delightful challenge, a welcome change from a relatively quieter 2024 for board game releases. We're thrilled about the future of board games and eagerly anticipate the many exciting launches planned for the coming year. Below, we've compiled a list of the most anticipated board games slated for release in 2025. Please note that release dates are subject to change, so stay tuned for further updates.
Must-Have Board Games Arriving in 2025 Here's a sneak peek at some of the exciting titles planned for release: Dungeons & Dragons: Builders of Baldur’s Gate Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons Disney Villainous: Unstoppable! The Lord of the Rings: The Fate of the Fellowship MicroMacro Kids: Crazy City Park The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era The Witcher: Path of Destiny The Lord of the Rings: The Confrontation (Ultimate Edition) Arydia: The Paths We Dare Tread Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles The Last of Us: Escape the Dark Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game DC Super Heroes United
Knitting Circle: Cozy Tile-Laying Fun If you enjoy the cozy charm of Calico, Flatout Games is introducing a new spin-off called Knitting Circle. This tile-laying game puts you in the role of a knitter competing to create the coziest and most beautiful garments. In Knitting Circle, players collect yarn and knit specific garments, aiming for pleasing color and pattern combinations. Points are awarded for completing garments and adding accessories like buttons. Look for its release in late 2025.
Super Boss Monster: A Revamped Classic The Boss Monster franchise is entering a new era with Super Boss Monster, scheduled for release in 2025. This revamp of the original game includes a new Town Board, allowing heroes to invade your dungeons from various locations.
You'll still play as a villain, trying to defeat as many heroes as possible, but with new options for controlling and scheming against your rivals. The best part? Super Boss Monster is compatible with other titles in the series, allowing for larger, more ambitious adventures.
Explore New Worlds Several games promise immersive world-building and exploration experiences: Dungeons & Dragons: Builders of Baldur's Gate: Build the iconic city of Baldur's Gate by developing businesses and growing your influence in various fantasy districts. Compete to become the most influential city-builder, overcoming obstacles along the way. Grimcoven: This boss-battling dungeon crawler is set in a dark Victorian universe where the hunt is everything. Explore a dark fantasy world, fight creatures, and delve into dice-based combat. Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons: Horrified gets a D&D twist with iconic monsters to hunt, including a Beholder. Collect items to defeat monsters, with a D20 influencing encounters.
Family-Friendly Adventures and Competitive Challenges Here are some games catering to diverse play styles and player counts: Disney Villainous: Unstoppable!: A new Disney Villainous spin-off designed for new or younger players. Travel across a main game board as villains like Hades, Maleficent, Scar, and Ursula, with streamlined choices to reach your goals. Azul Duel: A two-player version of Azul where you decorate a palace ceiling with tiles. New mechanics and strategic elements shake up the gameplay. The Lord of the Rings: The Fate of the Fellowship: A cooperative adventure for 1-5 players where you protect Frodo on his journey to destroy the One Ring. Features 24 objectives, events, characters, and a solo mode. MicroMacro Kids: Crazy City Park: A kid-friendly version of MicroMacro with light-hearted mysteries and puzzles. Analyze artwork filled with details and follow clues to find the answers.
Epic Quests and Unique Themes Prepare for sprawling narratives and unexpected concepts: The Dark Quarter: A narrative-focused RPG board game where you play as a detective from the magical Beaumont Agency in New Orleans. Control the streets and fight supernatural forces using unique skills. Finspan: From the creators of Wingspan and Wyrmspan, dive into ocean waters to observe fish with rewarding strategy mechanics. Everdell Duo: A 1-2 player competitive/cooperative version of Everdell with a campaign starring cute animals. The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era: An adventure campaign game for 1-4 players set in the Elder Scrolls universe. Features tile-laying exploration and a deep story with ties to the lore. Critter Kitchen: A food-themed game where you control cute animal chefs gathering ingredients to impress critics. Features appealing artwork and charming towns.
Video Game Worlds Reimagined Step into familiar digital realms with these adaptations: The Witcher: Path of Destiny: A twist on the usual formula, focusing on strategic drafting of action cards rather than story elements. The Lord of the Rings: The Confrontation (Ultimate Edition): A refreshed version of the classic title, complete with new artwork and tweaks. Arydia: The Paths We Dare Tread: A massive "open world, campaign-based, co-operative, fantasy-based, 'green legacy' role-playing board game" with hours of challenges. The Last of Us: Escape the Dark: Adapts the award-winning zombie game using mechanics from the Dark Castle series. Survive waves of encounters against deadly enemies. Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game: Focuses on storytelling and adventuring in the world of Cyberpunk, with an overarching campaign filled with familiar characters. 2025 promises an exciting future for board game enthusiasts. Keep an eye out for these and many other titles as they become available throughout the year.